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SideWind and Alvar awarded by the IOC
The Iceland Ocean Cluster presented two start-ups with awards during the opening ceremony of the Icelandic ocean exhibition for their outstanding concepts and innovations that improve the environment and reduce pollution. SideWind is a start-up that aims to produce a...
Innovations in upcycling panel discussion for the Climate Smart Food Digital Summit
Yesterday, Iceland Ocean Cluster took part in a panel discussion about innovation in upcycling as part of the Climate Smart Food Digital Event in a great discussion session hosted by Oliver Morrison from Food Navigator. This panel was a great opportunity to hear about...
British Embassy Book Launch
We were thrilled last week that the Iceland Ocean Cluster was the venue selected by the British Embassy and the British Ambassador to Iceland, her excellency, Dr. Bryony Mathew for the launch of the wonderful book "Tæknitröll og Íseldfjöll". This book was written by...
Three Megatrends and the Future of Aquaculture and Blue Foods
Author: Árni M. Mathiesen When thinking about fish farming in Iceland, its achievements, its future and indeed the future of global aquaculture, three actual and potential megatrends come to mind. 1. The trend towards healthier foods with a focus on a higher...
Lunch with the Environment Minister
Members of the Iceland Ocean Cluster were invited to lunch at the Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate last Tuesday, August 30th by the Minister, of the environment Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson. The minister spoke about key environmental issues and goals, Dr. Thor...
CROWDTHERMAL – Rural Innovation in geothermal energy
Are you interested in geothermal energy projects and the possibility of crowdfunding to support innovation, then this is a great event for you! Eimur, Iceland and GEORG (Geothermal Research Cluster) have put together a great agenda of talks about crowdfunding and...